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Why does milk cause constipation?
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There can be: Many reasons where an excess of dairy products can lead to constipation, including the calcium in milk and cheeses which when taken in excess can stop you up. Try drinking 80 oz of non caffeine, non dairy fluid and this should help.
Answered 3/17/2023
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Dairy products can: Be binding for some people (but not for everyone).
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